Best 6 Acini De Pepe Pasta Pudding Recipes

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Acini de pepe pasta pudding is a unique dish that combines the flavors of pasta, cheese, and egg in a savory and creamy custard. This classic Italian dish is easy to prepare and can be enjoyed as a main course or side dish. It is a versatile dish that can be tailored to your own preferences, with various add-ins and seasonings to create a variety of flavors. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy meal or a dish to impress your guests, acini de pepe pasta pudding is sure to satisfy.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ACINI DI PEPE SALAD



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Acini di pepe is the Italian word for peppercorns. Any tiny round-shaped pasta works well in this chilled fruit salad. Great in the summer, but my family asks for it every holiday. Every time I bring this to a party I get requests for the recipe.

Provided by CORTAB0408

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Fruit Pasta Salad Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup acini di pepe pasta
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained with juice reserved
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained with liquid reserved
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
7 ounces miniature marshmallows
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
½ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain.
  • In medium saucepan, combine reserved liquids from pineapple and oranges (equals about 1 1/2 cups), sugar, eggs, salt and flour. Cook until thick, stirring constantly. When mixture becomes thick, add cooked pasta and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next day, add pineapple and oranges, whipped topping and marshmallows to taste. Mix together and top with cherries if desired. Keep chilled until served.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Carbohydrate 98.7 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 194.9 mg, Sugar 61.3 g

LEMON PEPPER ACINI DI PEPE



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Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Pasta     Side     Dinner     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6 (side dish)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups acini di pepe (less than 1 pound)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook acini di pepe in a 4-quart pot of boiling salted water (2 teaspoons salt for 3 quart water) until al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain pasta.
  • Melt butter in same pot with oil. Remove from heat and stir in pasta, cheese, zest, pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup cooking water (add more to moisten if necessary).

ACINI DI PEPE SALAD



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Looking for a quick lunch idea? I blend veggies, tiny pasta and juicy pineapple bits into one of my crunchy, creamy acini di pepe recipes. This is my favorite. -June Herke, Watertown, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup uncooked acini di pepe pasta
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup whipped topping
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
Dash celery seed
3/4 cup chopped fresh cauliflower
1 snack-size cup (4 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1/3 cup frozen peas, partially thawed
1 tablespoon raisins
Optional: Lettuce leaves and minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, whipped topping, onion and celery seed. Add cauliflower, pineapple, peas, raisins and pasta; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour. If desired, serve on a lettuce-lined plate and sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

AMBROSIA WITH ACINI DI PEPE



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Ambrosia Salad with Acini De Pepe (small pasta dots) is a wonderful cold fruity sweet dish that is so good. If you're looking for that SPECIAL "dish to pass" TRY this recipe ! Unfortunately I got the recipe from a gathering after a funeral. I've made it many times and tried to perfect it to taste. The original recipe had 1/2 cup shredded coconut (this can be added if you desire) but I prefer to leave it out. I hope you enjoy this as much as we do !!!! (For the best results make sure to follow directions exactly and allow to refrigerate overnight) For Holidays (Halloween / St. Patrick's Day Green food coloring can be used or Valentines Day use more red food coloring)

Provided by KerryAnn

Categories     Sauces

Time 19m

Yield 10-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup acini di pepe pasta
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges (or 1 large can)
1 (10 1/2 ounce) bag miniature marshmallows
2 (8 ounce) containers whipped topping (thawed not frozen)
8 drops red food coloring

Steps:

  • For the absolute BEST Summer Ambrosia Salad Please follow directions exactly.
  • Boil the 1 cup of Acini De Pepe according to pasta box instructions.
  • While the pasta is cooking, Add drained crushed pineapple, drained mandarin oranges, sour cream, 1 tub of whipped topping and 8 drops of red food coloring to a large container (I use a large plastic tub with lid).
  • On the top of all the other ingredients add 3/4 of the bag of mini-marshmallows (DO NOT STIR YET).
  • When pasta is done cooking drain completely (DO NOT COOL).
  • Pour drained pasta on top of the mini-marshmallows in your container.
  • Allow to sit or about 1 minute.
  • This allows the marshmallows to melt a bit.
  • Stir until mixed well (it will be very soupy).
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next morning (the ingredients will be firm) add the second tub of whipped topping and the rest of the mini-marshmallows.
  • Stir well.
  • Keep refrigerated until serving.
  • Your guests will RAVE over this dish.
  • I bring it to every summer party and people always look forward to having it!
  • ENJOY!

ACINI DI PEPE SALAD



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A recipe from my Aunt Patty. There are recipes like this on 'Zaar, but this is a bit different in it's preparation and ingredients. An ambrosia type salad, this is good for a winter dessert or a summer barbeque. Cooking time includes refrigeration.

Provided by BothFex

Categories     Fruit

Time P1DT1h5m

Yield 1 Large Salad

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb acini di pepe pasta (look in the latin section of your grocery)
1 3/4 cups pineapple juice
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons flour
3 beaten eggs
3 -4 cups chopped fruit (grapes, Mandarin oranges, pears, and peaches are good)
16 ounces Cool Whip
chopped nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta per box directions. Drain and rinse when done then set aside to cool.
  • Heat pineapple juice, sugar, salt, flour, and eggs over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring until mixture thickens. Set aside to cool.
  • When both pasta and pineapple juice mixture are cool, combine them then refrigerate in an airtight container overnight.
  • Next day: stir in fruit and nuts (if desired). Fold in Cool-Whip. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Makes enough for a big crowd!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4417.6, Fat 137.3, SaturatedFat 104.8, Cholesterol 634.5, Sodium 1518, Carbohydrate 714.4, Fiber 15.9, Sugar 357.3, Protein 87.2

ACINI DE PEPE (PASTA) PUDDING



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This recipe was my Grandma's. I found this recipe in her recipe box after she had passed away, I was going through her recipes to make sure I had all of her "special" recipes so I could pass them down to my children. When I came across it, I asked my mother what it was because of the name on the recipe I was basically confused..... Acini De Pepe (pasta) pudding? My mother told me how delicious it was and so I was determined to try this as I have never had pasta in a dessert before. So preparing this was on my to do list. I made it, following the instructions, and being impatient because it was an "overnight" recipe, but when I tasted this finished dish, I was so surpirsed. It was SO yummy. My kids loved it! I don't make it often but when I do, it's devoured! Hope you enjoy!

Provided by Michelle Antonacci @Huniibeekeeper

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup(s) acini de pepe (pasta)
1 can(s) of pineapple tidbits (large)
1 can(s) of mandrin oranges (large)
3/4 cup(s) sugar
2 large eggs
3 tablespoon(s) (heaping) flour
1 small cool whip
1 jar(s) maraschino cherries (halved) optional

Steps:

  • Drain all of your fruit and reserve the juice. Keep the fruit in a container in your fridge.
  • Cook pasta and set aside to cool.
  • Combine your fruit juice, sugar, eggs and flour, cook on medium heat until thick.
  • Poor thickened mixture over the pasta and refrigerate overnight.
  • Next day, re drain your fruit and add into the pasta. Fold in your cool whip and serve! :)

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh pasta, flavorful cheese, and rich stock will make all the difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Acini de pepe is a small pasta, so it cooks very quickly. Be sure to follow the package directions carefully and remove the pasta from the heat as soon as it is al dente.
  • Use a flavorful stock: The stock you use will add a lot of flavor to the dish, so be sure to choose a stock that you enjoy the taste of. Chicken stock, vegetable stock, or beef stock are all good options.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: Acini de pepe is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. Try adding different cheeses, vegetables, or herbs to create your own unique version.

Conclusion:

Acini de pepe pasta pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and beautiful presentation, this dish is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give acini de pepe pasta pudding a try. You won't be disappointed!

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